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Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kenneth Newton, 26, was arraigned Tuesday in Municipal Court on a felonious assault charge for a 5:25 p.m. Monday fight at the Rescue Mission on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard — his bond is set at $35,000, he faces up to eight years if convicted, and he is wanted in Franklin County for failing to register as a sex offender. The Vindicator
- ➤ David Wright, 61 — accused of attacking a neighbor with a machete when the victim fought back with nunchucks on Aug. 31 — was found incompetent to stand trial in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court after an evaluation determined his mental condition cannot be restored. WYTV
- ➤ The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for tips to capture fugitive Jamel Smith, a 32-year-old black male wanted by the Ohio Adult Parole Authority and U.S. Marshals Service for parole violations who is known to visit Youngstown, Cuyahoga and Summit areas. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Emergency crews responded to a reported car explosion on the 600 block of North Hartford Avenue around 9 a.m. on May 27, finding a Buick Invision with damage to the back right corner and debris scattered nearby (no one was injured) as police and arson investigators work to determine the cause. WYTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local artist R. Jason Van Hoose, a YSU graduate, is preparing to open his exhibit 'Time, The Earth and The Dream: A Retrospective' at the McDonough Museum of Art—set to run from May 30 to July 19. His paintings range in size from 4 ft x 5 ft to 9 ft x 12 ft and focus on popular imagery and science fiction. WFMJ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mahoning County Probate Court Judge Robert Rusu Jr. released documents showing that the family of Akil Drake, killed in the Realty Tower explosion, settled a lawsuit for $6.1 million—receiving about $3.6 million from payouts by three property companies, gas-related firms, and two design firms. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Attorney Gregg Rossi for developer Dominic Marchionda told a judge today that Youngstown's $834,608 lawsuit, filed on Nov. 21, was initiated after the six-year statute of limitations and should be dismissed — he argued that state audit reports from 2012 to 2014 support this claim. The judge has not yet ruled on Rossi's motions — a decision pending further review. The Vindicator
WELLNESS NEWS
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Riley Green Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night with Rolling Stone-lauded country singer-songwriter Riley Green on his North American tour.
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Mix 98.9 Time Warp Prom
6-11 p.m. — Canfield Fairgrounds — Tickets required — Experience the Valley's biggest annual 80's & 90's themed costume party with dinner buffet and live music.
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Lita Ford Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre — Cost TBD — Rock out with the iconic hard rock singer and guitarist known for her 1980s hits.
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Club Michael Sip and Paint
7-9 p.m. — Club Michael — Paid event — Spend an evening creating art under the guidance of Mary as you explore your creativity.
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The Benders Reunion Concert
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Robins Theatre — Fundraising event — Celebrate the legacy of The Benders in a special concert honoring Bill Griffin’s son while raising money for charity.
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3rd Annual Girard-Liberty Catalina Wine Mixer
6-9 p.m. — Giant Eagle Supermarket — $75 per person — Enjoy a variety of wines and craft beers while supporting local community projects.
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RIVIVAL
7-10 p.m. — Westside Bowl — All ages welcome — The RIVIVAL takes over Youngstown for a night of pure energy, music, and self-expression!
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The Family Reunion Stage Play: Family Tree
7:30 p.m. — DeYor Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the heartwarming continuation of a family legacy in the captivating stage play by Michael Anthony Forney.
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Ribs-N-Rock Festival
12-12 a.m. — Southern Park Mall — Free entry until 3 p.m. — Ribbers and rockers unite for summer’s ultimate rib cook-off and music festival.
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Tribute: The Band - Tenacious D Cover Experience
8-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — $14 general admission — Experience the energy of Tribute: The Band, plus Nintendo-themed nerdcore with Master Hand!
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YO! Motion Presents: Mobilizing Midlothian Community Bike Ride & Health Fair
This FREE, community bike ride and family-friendly event is designed to mobilize residents around the Midlothian corridor bike lane. Our goal is to not only promote safe and healthy cycling but to celebrate the rich history and positive changes happening in the Midlothian and Glenwood corridors.
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